Section 797b · Training activities

(A) a detailed explanation of how the applicant will utilize interactive audio, video, and computer technologies between distant locations to provide in-service training programs to the region;

(B) a description of how the applicant intends to utilize and build upon existing telecommunications networks within the region to be served;

(C) a copy of all agreements governing the division of functions within the partnership, including an assurance that all States within the region will be served;

(D) a copy of a binding commitment entered into between the partnership and each entity that is legally permitted to provide, and from which the partnership is to obtain, the telecommunications services and facilities required for the project, that stipulates that if the partnership receives the grant the entity will provide such telecommunications services and facilities in the area to be served within a reasonable time and at a charge that is in accordance with State law;

(E) a description of the curriculum to be provided, frequency of providing service, and sites of service;

(F) a description of the need to purchase or lease—

(G) an assurance that the partnership will use not less than 75 percent of the amount of the grant for instructional curriculum development and programming; and

(H) a description of the means by which the project will be evaluated.

The term “eligible entity” means any institution of higher education with demonstrated experience in the area of continuing education for vocational rehabilitation personnel.

The term “interactive video equipment” means equipment used to produce and prepare video and audio signals for transmission between distant locations so that individuals at such locations can see and hear each other, and related equipment.

The term “region” means one of the ten regions served by the Rehabilitation Services Administration.

The term “rehabilitation professionals” means personnel described in section 770(a)(1) 1 of this title.

(A) development of Braille training materials; and

(B) in-service or pre-service training in the use of Braille and methods of teaching Braille to youth and adults who are blind.

(A) better understand vocational rehabilitation and independent living programs and services;

(B) provide followup support for transition and employment programs;

(C) communicate more effectively with transition and rehabilitation personnel and other relevant professionals;

(D) provide support in the development of the individualized written rehabilitation program;

(E) provide support and expertise in obtaining information about rehabilitation and independent living programs, services, and resources that are appropriate; and

(F) understand the provisions of this chapter, particularly provisions relating to employment, supported employment, and independent living.

(A) be distributed geographically to the greatest extent possible throughout all States; and

(B) be targeted to individuals with disabilities, and the parents, family members, guardians, advocates, or authorized representatives of the individuals, in both urban and rural areas or on a State or regional basis.

(A) submit an application to the Commissioner at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Commissioner may require, including information demonstrating the capacity and expertise of the organization to—

(B)(i) be governed by a board of directors—

(ii)(I) have a membership that represents the interests of individuals with disabilities; and

(II) establish a special governing committee that meets the requirements specified in subclauses (I) and (II) of clause (i) to operate a training and information program under this subsection; and

(C) serve individuals with a full range of disabilities, and the parents, family members, guardians, advocates, or authorized representatives of the individuals.

The board of directors or special governing committee of a nonprofit private organization receiving a grant under this subsection shall meet at least once in each calendar quarter to review the training and information program, and each such committee shall directly advise the governing board regarding the views and recommendations of the committee.

If a nonprofit private organization requests the renewal of a grant under this subsection, the board of directors or the special governing committee shall prepare and submit to the Commissioner a written review of the training and information program conducted by the nonprofit private organization during the preceding fiscal year.